Microphone not Showing up in Device Manager: 3 Ways to Fix

If microphone not showing up in Device Manager, you won’t be able to use it at all, and this can be a problem. However, this can be fixed by following the steps from this guide.

Why is my microphone missing from Device Manager?

This is caused by faulty or outdated drivers. Also, this can happen if your Microphone is disabled.

What can I do if the microphone is not showing up in Device Manager?

1. Re-enable your microphone from Control Panel

1. Go to Control Panel by typing its name in the Windows Search function.
   
2. Click on Sound and then go to the Recording tab.
   
3. Right-click on the window and click on Show Disabled Devices.
   

If your laptop microphone is not showing up in Device Manager, it’s possible that your microphone not working.

A few users also reported that a built-in microphone is not working, so check this guide if you own a laptop.

2. Reinstall microphone drivers

1. Right-click on the Windows Search bar and select Device Manager.
   
2. Double-click the Audio inputs and outputs option to expand it. Right-click on the Microphone driver option and press Uninstall device.
   
3. Restart your computer to reinstall the driver automatically.

3. Run the Recording Audio troubleshooter

1. Press the Windows key + I and select Troubleshoot in the right pane.
   
2. Select the Other troubleshooters option.
   
3. Finally, click the Run button before Recording Audio and follow the onscreen instructions.
   

That’s about it for this issue. With the solutions in this guide, the microphone not showing up in the Device Manager problem should now be history.

If no microphone works on your Windows 11 PC, check our detailed guide to rectify the issue quickly. We also have a great guide on how to set up mic on Windows 11, so don’t miss it for more information.

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